Nuggets In Verse

30 days removed from Stacey and Scott's completion of Unbound Gravel we recap the day that put riders through mud, lightning, wind and rain.

In this episode I have a great recap conversation about the 5th Opal Wapoo Experience gravel race in Excelsior Springs, Mo. This year being the remastered version after a 2 year hiatus. I speak with the Downtown Excelsior Springs Director Lyndsey Baxter, My wife and partner in all things Opal Stacey Scherer and friend of Opal and MC Ben Bolin. If you attended this years race or are interested in the 2026 edition of Opal Wapoo this is a must listen.

Jeff is a the man behind Handyman & A Greenthumb. Jeff is a professional contractor and Property Investor doing great work in Excelsior Springs and beyond.

Jeremy and Shane Hutsell join me in studio to to share there journey and how they conquered The Unbound 200 Gravel Race for reasons that transcend cycling and form lifelong bonds.

Dan Tota is the owner of Ray's Lunch along with his wife Morgan. Ray's is an Excelsior Springs Landmark and fixture in the community. In this episode we discuss a little bit of everything from the story of Ray's, AI, movies and somehow nothing about riding bikes.

Craig is a friend, former border agent by way of bicycle and currently farms in Missouri.

Keith is the Brewmaster at the Atlas Saloon and Brewery. The Atlas Saloon's history dates back to the 1800s and is now getting recognition for its craft beer. Keith is a committed ambassador in the revitalization of Downtown Excelsior Springs and has been a driving force for live local music.

Tyler Epstein is a YouTube personality of the channel Tysrides. Ty showcases gravel cycling. Tyler is also a football and wrestling coach and a all-around inspiring athlete.

https://www.youtube.com/@TysRides

Joel is a entrepreneur, former owner of Epic Bike & Sport, a fellow cyclist and fan of music and Coffee. When you see aspects of yourself in others you quickly realize the conversation will flow.